So I have a decent digital caliper and I decided to try it when making pens. How exactly do I use it?
I assume I should measure the pen component (i.e. nib) at the widest part, then measure the corresponding end of the pen. Should the readings be identical? Should the pen be slightly larger? Is there a formula?
Previously I've been turning a hair proud of the bushing, rounding the sharp corners, and I've had a pretty good fit. But when I tried the caliper on a slimline I'm working on there's a huge difference (well, half a millimeter).
Anyway, for those who use calipers, what's your process?
Thanks in advance!
I assume I should measure the pen component (i.e. nib) at the widest part, then measure the corresponding end of the pen. Should the readings be identical? Should the pen be slightly larger? Is there a formula?
Previously I've been turning a hair proud of the bushing, rounding the sharp corners, and I've had a pretty good fit. But when I tried the caliper on a slimline I'm working on there's a huge difference (well, half a millimeter).
Anyway, for those who use calipers, what's your process?
Thanks in advance!